An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection

This exceptional antique Chinese silver tea caddy has a circular rounded form.

The surface of the box is embellished with an impressive applied undulating, iconic Chinese dragon design.

The silver tea caddy is fitted with a plain cylindrical cover, securing with a bayonet style fitment.

The hallmarks struck to the underside of this Chinese silver tea caddy include:

Maker's mark: WH (Wang Hing & Company, Canton & Hong Kong)

Silver quality/purity mark:90 (900/1000)

Character mark: HUI [Cantonese FAI] (Canton & Hong Kong)

This exceptional tea caddy is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

This antique Chinese silver tea caddy is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The Chinese hallmarks struck to the underside of the base are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this exceptional Chinese silver tea caddy for sale in the UK.

Diameter 7cm/2.76"

Height 10cm/3.94"

5.3 troy ounces/165.8g

Date: Circa 1890

Origin: Canton / Hong Kong, China

Maker: Wang Hing & Co.